Every time we stream a film, check our bank balance, order dinner online or plan a holiday, we rely on a vast network of physical infrastructure that most people never see – data centres (DCs). These often-anonymous buildings form the backbone of our digital economy and the Thames Valley economy where we boast Europe’s largest cluster. They quietly enable everything from e-commerce and entertainment to cloud storage, artificial intelligence, and even cutting-edge medical research. Despite their vital role, DC’s remain poorly understood and are too often dismissed as unwanted industrial monoliths or accused of draining resources.
Read more from Anna Bond, Head of Western Corridor at SEGRO who is sharing insights from industry leaders.
